Dec 20, 2019

William “Jim” Miller II, 68, passed away at his home on December 22, 2019. Jim was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on February 8, 1951 to the late William J. Miller “Bill” and Irene (Kramer) Miller. He was raised in Portage, Michigan with his brother Robert Jay Miller. After graduating from Portage Northern High School, Jim went on to Ferris State...

Dec 19, 2019

Dorothy(Dotty) Tank. Age 83, passed away on December 19, 2019. She was the wife of the late Harry Tank. They lived in Marcellus at the farm and spent over 50 years together. Born on October 7, 1936 in Chicago, IL, she was the daughter of Emmanuel and Mildred Svoboda. Dorothy graduated from Lindblom High School in 1954 . She retired...

Dec 18, 2019

Dec 17, 2019

Phillip Edward Dussia passed away peacefully on December 17th, 2019. Phil was born on July 19th, 1940 in Plainwell and was the oldest son of Bernard and Verna (Darrow) Dussia. Five years later, Phil was joined by his brother, John Charles. Phil displayed skills and determination early, achieving Eagle Scout at an impressive age. He graduated from Plainwell High School...

Dec 17, 2019

Thomas Frederick Pagel of Kalamazoo passed away peacefully on December 17, 2019. Thomas was born July 4, 1940 to Bernard and Beatrice Pagel. Thomas is survived by his wife of 45 years Wanda and his cousin Marge Faber. Cremation has taken place per Thomas's wishes. The family is being assisted by Avink Funeral Home.

Dec 17, 2019

Maxine, age 91, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at Bickford of Portage. She was born September 5, 1928 to Leland and Leola (Cutler) Marr. Max graduated from State High School and Bronson Hospital School of Nursing. She worked in the Nursing field for 40 years as a Registered Nurse. Her compassion for people never diminished. She was always very...

Dec 16, 2019

Easy going, upbeat, and truthful, Jerrold “Jerry” L. Dailey was a happy man who lived a life rich in family. A man who lived from his heart, Jerry devoted his life to his roles as husband, father, and grandfather. With integrity and care, he met each day as a gift and each person as a friend. For all who were...

Dec 14, 2019

Lillie Maggie Minshall, Age 83, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, December 14th, 2019. Lillie was born October 9, 1936 to Elmer and Etola (Price) Coats. Lillie is survived by Daughter Pat (Jim) Culver, Daughter-in-law Karen Flick, Granddaughters Sonya (Chris Delarosa) Hammond, and Cheryl (John) Boysen, Grandsons Jacob Evink, and Jared (Patricia) Flick, Great Grandchildren Dallas, Araya, Hayden,...

Dec 14, 2019

Kurt Kremlick Jr, of Kalamazoo, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2019. Kurt was born March 4, 1933 to Kurt and Edith Kremlick. Kurt is survived by his wife Frances. Kurt is preceded in death by his parents and his son Phillip. Cremation has taken place per his wishes. The family is being assisted by Avink Funeral Home & Cremation...

Dec 13, 2019

Nancy Ellen Kehrle, age 85, passed away peacefully at home on December 13, 2019, with her family surrounding her. Nancy was born in Akron, OH on March 8, 1934 to Vard and Mary Korns. She graduated from North High School in Akron in 1952. On June 20, 1953, she married the love of her life, Jerry Kehrle. Nancy accompanied Jerry...

Dec 11, 2019

Dec 10, 2019

Virginia Mae Topp, age 95, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2019. She was born August 21, 1924 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of the late Samuel and Katherine (Doorenbos) Slater. She was a gifted musician from an early age and performed in many venues throughout her life. In 1944, she married Neil Lee Topp, who passed away in 2004. She was...

Dec 10, 2019

Bradley Jacob Dow, 22, of Kalamazoo, passed away on December 10, 2019. He was born January 31, 1997 in Norwich, CT the son of Bruce and Rachel (Smith) Dow. He attended Vicksburg Community Schools and graduated from Vicksburg High School in 2015, where he was an avid member of The Big Red Machine marching band. Bradley spent his childhood playing...

Dec 8, 2019

Rebecca I. (Abella) Ruff, of Jackson passed away on Sunday, December 8. 2019 at the age of 73. Rebecca was born on October 26, 1946 in Camaguey, Cuba. She was the daughter of Jose and Estrella Abella. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School with the Class of 1965. In 1987 she married Albert Ruff. Over the years, Rebecca worked...

Dec 7, 2019

There is no doubt that Josie Neel was a bright light in the lives of many. Her infectious smile could light up any room. Born slightly premature, she made up for her small stature in her larger than life personality! She lived her life as a constant reminder that life itself is a gracious gift. Gone too soon, Josie will...

Dec 6, 2019

James S. Huntington, age 67 of Vicksburg, passed away peacefully Friday December 6, 2019. James was born on July 20, 1952 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He was the son of Paul & Margaret (Hartman) Huntington. He graduated from Vicksburg High School in 1970. On December 18, 1976 he married Sheran Skipper in Missouri. James worked at Simpson Paper Mill until they...

Dec 4, 2019

Donna Brown passed away on December 4, 2019. Cremation has taken place per Donna's wishes. Family is being assisted by Avink Funeral Home & Cremation Society.

Dec 4, 2019

Carol Woodburn passed away peacefully on December 4, 2019. Carol was born to Herbert and Marie Beischl on July 2, 1936. She is survived by her children; William (Sue Vanlaten) Woodburn, Chris Asher, Ross Woodburn, Robert (Michelle) Woodburn Jr., Keith (Jackie) Woodburn: 11 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; sister, Loleta Farrow; and many nieces and nephews. Carol was also known as...

Dec 4, 2019

Henry Frederick Van Nus Jr. passed away peacefully on December 4, 2019. Henry was born December 6, 1938 to Henry Van Nus Sr. and Mildred (Butler) Van Nus. Henry will always be remembered as an avid hunter and fisherman as well as tying his own fly’s for use on his yearly Canadian fishing trips or to give away to friends...

Dec 3, 2019

Debra Sue Keung, 64, of Marion, IN climbed that stairway to heaven after a hard and long battle with cancer at 10:45 am on Tuesday Dec. 3, 2019 in Kalamazoo, MI surrounded by family and friends. She was born on May 24, 1955 to Larry and Virginia Hickman. After moving back to Indiana from spending a little time in Cleveland,...